When it comes to big bear camping, you could do a lot worse than Big Bear Lake in the San Bernandino mountains of California, USA. This is a beautiful area just a bit south and east of the Los Angeles basin. It has a natural lake surrounded by forests of brush and trees and is indeed a fine habitat yet for the American black bear. There are many campgrounds, both public and private, for everything from tents to large motorized RVs. And if “roughing it” isn’t your choice for big bear camping, there are many resort hotels in the area.
More than 125 miles of semi-wilderness trails exist for the hikers in this big bear camping country. Bear sightings are common, so beware of them. Keep your campsite clean and your food in tight covered storage. Bears love a free meal. Prices in this area range from a five dollar tent site, to ninety dollars a night RV sites with full accommodations. Resorts are more costly, averaging $155.00 per night.
For those of you with a yearning to see some really big bears on their big bear camping expeditions, I’d like to suggest Glacier National Park in Northwest Montana, USA. There are many campsites, and literally some of the highest trails in the Western world. There are also some first class hotels, and guided bus tours.
Glacier is home to one of the largest populations of the North American Grizzly bear, as well as the Black bear. The difference is simple. The Grizzly has a large hump above his front shoulders and neck. With age, the hump will be silver in color. This is a dangerous bear not to be toyed with at all on your big bear camping. Their cubs may be cute; however Mama Grizzly Bear is the most protective of all bears. Do check on the local Park Ranger service. They can tell you where to big bear camping at safe distances and give you plenty of information on what to do if you meet up with one.
You will need reservations for all of the campsites and hotels in the popular areas for big bear camping. This is one of our most popular destination parks. Depending upon snow levels, it is open from late April to mid-October most years. There are also several beautiful lakes, and many active glaciers. Prices are modest in the National Parks. The closest major airport is in Great Falls, Montana and the park is served by Amtrac RR, and Greyhound bus service. Dress warmly in any season for big bear camping as this is high country.
Rogers Pass, on the “Going to the Sun Highway” is about 6500 feet above sea level. It truly is a beautiful place and do look out for other wildlife. Nearly every North American beast of prey exists there, from the wolf to mountain lions. Prey is also plentiful, ranging from rabbits to large mountain goats. A feast for human eyes, as well. Come and see this big bear camping country sometime.